NBC Meet the Press Meet the Press NOW — February 25
Feb 25, 2025
Victoria Spartz, a Republican congresswoman and CPA from Indiana, discusses her opposition to Speaker Johnson's budget and raises concerns about healthcare fraud. Vaughn Hillard, NBC News White House correspondent, provides insights into the chaos surrounding federal worker layoffs initiated by Elon Musk's directive. Quinton Lucas, the Democratic mayor of Kansas City, shares how these layoffs are impacting his city, stressing the importance of humane treatment for those affected and the broader implications for local communities.
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Budget Blueprint Concerns
- House conservatives oppose the budget blueprint due to deficit concerns.
- Moderate Republicans worry about potential Medicaid cuts.
Confusion Over Job Justification Email
- Elon Musk's job justification email caused confusion among federal workers.
- The White House defended the email but urged compliance with agency guidance.
Impact of Layoffs
- Vaughn Hillard spoke with Phil Sussman, a 10-year Army vet who was recently terminated.
- Sussman expressed concern about his family's financial future.